Turkish Ship Delivers First Humanitarian Aid To Gaza Since Ceasefire

A Turkish ship carrying 871 tonnes of humanitarian aid for Gaza arrived at Egypt’s El-Arish port on January 29, 2025. It is the first aid shipment to the region since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect on January 19, 2025.

The ship was loaded with 300 power generators, 20 portable toilets, 10,460 tents, and 14,350 blankets, according to Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya. He stated that Turkey was prepared to help Gazans by providing temporary shelter and essential supplies.

A team from the Egyptian Red Crescent received the aid at El-Arish port, located 50 kilometres (30 miles) west of Gaza. The organisation is now coordinating the delivery of these supplies to the Strip.

Two staff members from the Egyptian Red Crescent also confirmed the ship’s arrival.

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